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What is the scope of the original jurisdiction of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh in election petitions challenging the election of members of the state legislative assembly?
A. Election petitions can only be filed directly before the Supreme Court under Article 131.
B. Under Section 80 of the Representation of the People Act, election petitions are tried originally by a designated single judge of the High Court.✓ Correct Answer
C. District courts possess exclusive original jurisdiction to try election petitions of MLAs.
D. The Election Commission of India directly adjudicates and disqualifies elected members without judicial trial.
💡 Solution & Explanation
Election petitions challenging state assembly elections are filed as original civil trials before the High Court having jurisdiction, as mandated by the Representation of the People Act. The Supreme Court hears appeals from high court orders in such election petitions. District courts do not try MLA election disputes. Judicial intervention ensures electoral integrity at the state legislative level.
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